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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

Will CWU’s indoor mask mandate be rescinded? Students and staff share their thoughts.

Will CWU’s indoor mask mandate be rescinded? Students and staff share their thoughts.

Sean Bessette
March 9, 2022

Masks have been required in all indoor settings at CWU since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The indoor mask mandate completely changed the way students interact on campus. As spring quarter approaches,...

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Fall enrollment projections spark concerns over NTT faculty job security

Katherine Camarata, Senior Reporter
March 2, 2022

Early projections for fall 2022 budget and enrollment have caused concern among faculty, staff and department chairs over the future of many Non-Tenure Track (NTT) faculty positions across the university.  Multiple...

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The War in Ukraine

The War in Ukraine

Ty Mcphee, Staff Reporter
March 2, 2022

Foreword: When I first set up my interview with Dr. Jungblut from the department of political science and Dr. Reichert from the William O. Douglas Honors College, Russia had yet to invade Ukraine. Troops...

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Washington to end connections with Russian entities

Washington to end connections with Russian entities

Addie Adkins, Assistant Copy Editor
February 28, 2022

Gov. Jay Inslee announced an emergency order to end business with Russian entities in an effort to place state sanctions on Russia in light of the invasion of Ukraine. “We stand with the people of...

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Gov. Jay Inslee to lift mask mandate early

Gov. Jay Inslee to lift mask mandate early

Addie Adkins, Assistant Copy Editor
February 28, 2022

Gov. Jay Inslee announced the indoor mask requirement for schools and businesses would lift on Saturday, March 12. The announcement came in a joint news release from Inslee and the governors of California...

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Commencement is back in-person

February 25, 2022

All graduating seniors will get the in-person commencement experience this year. Director of Executive Events and Protocol Lauren Zeutenhorst confirmed that in-person commencement is set to take place...

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Executive Leadership Team faces upcoming change

Executive Leadership Team faces upcoming change

Sean Bessette, Editor in Chief
February 23, 2022

Two members of CWU’s Executive Leadership Team are leaving the university, according to a release from President Jim Wohlpart on Feb. 23. Chief of Staff Linda Schactler will be leaving to work in...

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Ellensburg Public Library introduces new technology options

Ellensburg Public Library introduces new technology options

Ty Mcphee, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2022

The Ellensburg Public Library unveiled new technologies for the public to utilize, including three mobile hotspots, six laptops and wireless printing added Feb 9. Patrons 18 years of age and up are...

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CWU student to release book featuring autistic main character

Morgana Carroll, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2022

Emily Holyoak, a senior in professional and creative writing, signed a book deal with publishing company Includas for her book “Newfangled,” set to be released in fall of 2022.  According to the...

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Kittitas County bans local income tax

Kittitas County bans local income tax

Addie Adkins, Assistant Copy Editor
February 17, 2022

Kittitas County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Thursday approving a resolution which opposes implementing a local income tax, according to a press release. The press release states this sends...

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Funding and staffing concerns raised among theatre students

Funding and staffing concerns raised among theatre students

Star Diavolikis and Libby Williams
February 16, 2022

Students in the Department of Theatre Arts are expressing concerns over possible funding and staff reductions they say would negatively impact the program. These students have spoken out at public meetings...

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PUSH holds Pack the Pantry campaign to encourage food donations

PUSH holds Pack the Pantry campaign to encourage food donations

Morgana Carroll, Staff Reporter
February 16, 2022

PUSH is hosting Pack the Pantry, a campaign to promote and encourage food donations during the month of February. This is a media campaign consisting of social media promotions and flyers everywhere on...

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